I've been blog surfing today and I decided to give you a different kind of peek. Not a product sneak peek. Not even a peek at something I've made. A glimpse of what's going on around me and a bit of a share about what's going on with me.
It seems that a disease that has been a long time in remission has flared up and left me weak and on the sofa. I don't want to dwell on that - and I don't want you to, or worry either. Thinking has been something I've had lots of time for - purposeful thinking instead of constant doing can be a blessed place! And I've been thinking from my perch on the sofa just how blessed I really am!
Want to see some snapshots of what surround me on this sofa? Well, I've got a stack of books
and some other reading material for when I feel up to it.
I'm surrounded by people that love me, like my dear husband who brought me flowers today, and my precious kids that have lovingly done so many of the things that I couldn't do...
Here's a tiny peek at our bright and cheery tree...
and the intriguing stacks Emily is working on behind the sofa.
Here they are all laid out, ready for stitching!
One thing that you can't see is a little friend who would have been right here next to me on the floor at my feet. Our little dog Lissa died on Christmas eve. Those of you who've lost a furry friend and companion know just how much she is missed.
Hey there Cindy! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Sorry to hear you're feeling badly...I'll keep you in my prayers!
And I'm so very sorry to hear that your little furry friend isn't with you and your family any more. How sad!
Sending out big hugs your way!
Jackie
Posted by: Jackie W. | December 27, 2009 at 09:46 PM
Hi Cindy! Thanks for the peek into your home. I do hope you aren't feeling too badly. I am soooo sorry about your little furbaby. I have lost a beloved pet three times, and it never gets easier. See, I still have tears when I think of it.....sending thoughts and prayers to you...hugs,michelle
Posted by: michelle | December 28, 2009 at 05:31 AM
Cindy - Well wishes go out to you that you'll feel better each passing day. I'm very sorry about Lissa's passing. I know that heartache. Hoping that memories of happier times with her help you through this difficult time.
On a happier note, I love your blog. You are very talented!!
Posted by: Donna | December 28, 2009 at 06:41 AM
Cindy I am so sorry for lissa's passing and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery and remission once again!!!!
Posted by: Terry | December 28, 2009 at 08:59 AM
Wish I could HUG you! Feel better soon. We lost our dog in Oct., so and extra HUG for you with sadness.
Posted by: Jan B. | December 28, 2009 at 09:47 AM
So sorry that your Fur Baby received her angel wings on Christmas Eve. Losing a pet is always difficult. I hope that you continue to find support around you as you meet your own health challenges.
Posted by: Liz Swickley | December 29, 2009 at 12:31 AM
Cindy, I am so sorry you have been having a difficult time...I hope you are feeling better. So sorry to hear you lost your beloved dog...especially on Christmas Eve. Lets hope things are looking up in the New Year! (((big hugs)))
Posted by: Lynn | December 29, 2009 at 09:25 AM
I love your tree, what a happy beautiful thing to be sharing a room with.
I am so terribly sorry to hear about your beautiful little puppy. That seems like some truly terrible timing.
I am glad to hear that despite being bed-ridden, you are keeping a positive attitude and using that time to learn and think.
God bless you and your family at this time.
Posted by: Juanita | December 29, 2009 at 11:34 AM
OH Cindy, I'm so sorry to read that you're not feeling well and to compound that you've lost a dear furry friend. Sending cyber hugs my dear!
Posted by: Kristin Moore | December 29, 2009 at 07:04 PM
Oh Cindy! I have been thinking about you so much and hoping to get together after the holiday rush is over, and I am so sorry to hear about sweet Lissa! I know you miss her!
I hope you are feeling better already and have your energy back. Call me if I can do anything.
Posted by: Ruth Ann | December 30, 2009 at 03:09 PM
Hi Cindy,
So appreciate your oh-so-creative and elegant work on your blog! My heart goes out to you on the loss of your dear friend, Lissa....I truly believe our beloved pets will meet us in Heaven! Hope the flare-up you are enduring will be short-lived; my prayers are with you!
Chris in Calgary, AB Canada
Posted by: Chris Hnatiuk | January 03, 2010 at 02:01 AM